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Your chances of getting into Northern Arizona University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

78.4%
Admission Difficulty for Northern Arizona University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at NAU is 78.4%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Arizona.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into NAU and can you get accepted?

Northern Arizona University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 33,592 out of the 42,872 who applied were admitted.

Northern Arizona University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into NAU?

78% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Northern Arizona University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

NAU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.7

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Northern Arizona University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into NAU are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.7 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as NAU accepts 78% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at NAU is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. 31% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in Arizona for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since NAU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Northern Arizona University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 31.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 7.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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NAU SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is recommended but not required for admission to Northern Arizona University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Northern Arizona University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Northern Arizona University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

NAU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Northern Arizona University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Northern Arizona University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

High School Class Rank

54% of Northern Arizona University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 22% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Northern Arizona University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 54%
Top 50% of class 84%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Northern Arizona University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 28,636 14,236 42,872
Accepted 22,568 11,024 33,592
Acceptance Rate 79% 77% 78%
Enrolled 3,350 1,947 5,297
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 18% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

238

Applicants have 238 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Northern Arizona University is $25.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Northern Arizona University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Northern Arizona University Application Requirements
Test Scores Recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Neither required nor recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Neither required nor recommended
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Northern Arizona University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Northern Arizona University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=105330 IPEDS survey data for Northern Arizona University.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Northern Arizona University?

78% of those who apply are granted admission to NAU. Admission competition is and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.